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I recently move my pool equipment 50 feet further from the original location. Without doing enough research I purchase a larger pump (Hayward SP3215X20 TriStar Max Rate 2 HP Pool Pump). This has increased the pressure in my sand filter and occasionally created back pressure. What are my options...

I was under the asumption that pool stores knew how to test water. Just wanted a second opinion. I do have a TF-100 test kit My test numbers FC 3.5 CC 0 TC 3.5 TA 230 PH 7.4 I'm going to add 4 gallons of 12% chlorine.

My pool is pretty cloudy with a slight algae look. I've had my chlorine pretty high but it hasn't made a difference. Did some tests and noticed that my Total Alkalinity was high. I need some face to face advice so I went to Lesley ( this is my first pool season). They said that I need to add 6...

If you look at the area between the hose on the wall you will see where part of the crack was. Now it's a spot that needs to be filled. Part of the crack was about 8ft long and 2 inches below where the coping was. When I removed the coping that 2inches fell off the pool wall. So I need to also...

Ever start a "simple" project and then realize that you're in over your head? https://www.flickr.com/photos/132574998@N06/17258128712/ https://www.flickr.com/photos/132574998@N06/17259363791/ https://www.flickr.com/photos/132574998@N06/16637448024/...

I was able to find tiles that were a close match at Southfield Building Supply. What type of mortar, thinset and grout should I use? Can I get it at Home Depot or Lowes?

Thanks. I've found a lot of useful information on this site. I just can't figure out where to get the coping locally or what color it is...off to search some more.

Purchased this house/pool last fall and trying to get it ready for the summer. I have about 20 coping tiles to replace and a pool crack to repair. Is this a DIY job? Is there a tutorial? Where can I purchase 12" Safety Grip Bullnose tiles in Michigan (I'm not opposed to ordering online)? Any...

Hi all. Just found this site and learning a lot. I purchase this home and pool last October, so I haven’t had any experience with the equipment, yet. The weather is finally allowing me to become familiar with the equipment. Before I found this site, I purchased a new Hayward h400 heater (the old...